Q.1 Magnitude of India’s urbanisation is not unusual but the pattern is. In this context, examine the issues in the governance of cities in India. Also suggest the reforms required to make Indian cities dynamos of competitive sub-federalism. (10 Marks)

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7 responses to “Q.1 Magnitude of India’s urbanisation is not unusual but the pattern is. In this context, examine the issues in the governance of cities in India. Also suggest the reforms required to make Indian cities dynamos of competitive sub-federalism. (10 Marks)”

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   December 24, 2021

   Karan Deshwal

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      January 18, 2022

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      Karan

      Introduction is good. Pattern of urbanization is also fine.
      In next part mention about issues in governance- lack of funds with ULBs, overlapping of functions as multiple authorities are involved, low tax collection by ULBs, poor infra, lack of accountability etc. Then you can mention other general problems of cities that you have written.
      The question is mainly concerned with issues in governance and how to improve it.

      In suggestions, again mention about ways to strengthen ULBs- devolution of funds, functions and functionaries, role of state finance commission etc. Other points are okay.
      Conclusion is fine.
      Keep practicing. 🙂
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   December 24, 2021

   k.s.nandhini

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      January 18, 2022

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      Nandhini

      Introduction is fine, if you can mention some data about rapid pace of urbanization it will be better, extra 300 mn urban residents to be added by 2050.
      No need to mention criteria for declaring urban area, not asked.
      In next part mention about issues in governance- lack of funds with ULBs, overlapping of functions as multiple authorities are involved, low tax collection by ULBs, poor infra, lack of accountability etc. Then you can mention other general problems like unplanned construction, traffic issues etc
      In suggestions, again mention about ways to strengthen ULBs- devolution of funds, functions and functionaries, role of state finance commission etc. Other points are okay.
      Conclusion is fine.
      Overall you have attempted well but missed about governance aspect of cities which is the core concern of the question.
      Keep practicing. 🙂
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   December 26, 2021

   muskan garg

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      January 1, 2022

      muskan garg

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      January 18, 2022

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      Muskan

      Introduction is fine, if you can mention some data about rapid pace of urbanization it will be better, extra 300 mn urban residents to be added by 2050.
      In next part points are good. Deal with governance issues in a bit elaborate manner- that is the core concern of the question.
      You can mention overlapping of functions as multiple authorities are involved, low tax collection by ULBs, poor infra, lack of accountability, issues with e-governance etc.
      Again in next part mention some steps to strengthen ULBs, idea of municipal bonds, increase in taxation powers, role of state finance commission etc
      Other points are good.
      Conclusion is fine.
      Keep practicing. 🙂

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